Finnish actors born in 1975
Here are 10 famous actors from Finland were born in 1975:
Markoolio
Markoolio (January 1, 1975 Lahti-) also known as Marko Kristian Lehtosalo, Marko Lehtosalo, Marko 'Markoolio' Lehtosalo or Marko Lethosalo is a Finnish singer and actor. His children are called Moa Lehtosalo and Melker Lehtosalo.
Markoolio is known for his music style that blends Swedish language rap and dance music. He rose to fame in Sweden in the late 1990s and released his debut album "Sticker hårt" in 1999. Apart from releasing several albums, he has also hosted television shows and appeared in films.
He has been a popular performer in Sweden and Finland, and has won numerous awards for his music, including the Swedish Grammy Award for the best dance album. Markoolio has also been involved in charity work and has supported various causes including organizations working towards providing education to underprivileged children.
In addition to his music career, Markoolio has also worked as a television and film actor in Sweden. He has appeared in TV shows like "Solsidan" and films like "Kopps" and "En gång i Phuket". He has also lent his voice to the Swedish dubbing of animated movies like "Happy Feet" and "Rio".
Markoolio is married to Jonna Tervomaa, who is also a Finnish singer-songwriter.
Mikko Nousiainen
Mikko Nousiainen (April 26, 1975 Tampere-) also known as Mikko Olavi Nousiainen is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy of Finland in 1999 and has since then worked in a variety of roles in Finnish theatre, film and television. Nousiainen is best known for his leading roles in popular Finnish films such as "Kummeli Alivuokralainen", "Lapland Odyssey", and "Paha Perhe". He has also worked as a screenwriter, writing the successful film "Kuutamolla". In addition to acting and writing, Nousiainen has worked as a director and is a founding member of the theatre company KOM Theatre. He has won multiple awards for his work as an actor, including two Jussi Awards, which are the Finnish equivalent of the Oscars.
Iiro Seppänen
Iiro Seppänen (July 13, 1975 Helsinki-) also known as Iiro Seppanen is a Finnish film director, film producer, author and actor.
He started his career in the film industry as an actor in the late 1990s and early 2000s, appearing in several Finnish films and television series. He then transitioned to directing and producing his own films, with his debut feature being the critically acclaimed drama "Metsän Tarina" in 2012.
Since then, Seppänen has directed a number of successful films, including "The Eternal Road" (2017) and "Helene" (2020). He has also written and produced several of his films, demonstrating his versatility and involvement in various aspects of filmmaking.
Aside from his work in film, Seppänen has also written several books, including a children's book titled "Karhun vuosi" and an autobiographical novel titled "Peeling Onion - a story about growing up in a bipolar family." Despite his accolades, Seppänen remains humble and continues to pursue his passion for storytelling through multiple artistic platforms.
Ilkka Villi
Ilkka Villi (August 4, 1975 Helsinki-) is a Finnish writer, actor and journalist.
Villi is best known for his work in theatre, having performed in various productions at the Helsinki City Theatre, Tampere Theatre and the Finnish National Theatre. He has also made appearances in Finnish films and television series, including "Bad Boys" and "Napapiirin sankarit".
Aside from his acting career, Villi has published several novels and plays, including "Turmio" and "Kesävaihe". He has also worked as a journalist, primarily writing articles and columns for various magazines and newspapers.
Villi studied acting at the Theatre Academy Helsinki and received a Master of Arts degree in Dramaturgy from the University of Tampere.
Martin Bahne
Martin Bahne (April 22, 1975 Kaarina-) a.k.a. Carl Martin Bahne is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy of Finland in 2004, and has since then worked as an actor in various theaters all over Finland. Martin Bahne is also a prolific voice-over artist, and has dubbed over 100 films and tv-shows, including the Finnish voice of Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean -film series. In addition, he has also acted in several Finnish movies and tv-shows, such as "Thick Lashes of Lauri Mäntyvaara" and "Nurses". He is also known for his work as a lecturer in acting at the Theatre Academy of Finland. Besides acting, Bahne is also a keen musician, and has played in various bands throughout his career.
Joachim Thibblin
Joachim Thibblin (April 11, 1975 Espoo-) is a Finnish actor.
Best known for his work in Finnish cinema and television, Joachim Thibblin has made a name for himself as an accomplished actor with a versatile range. Thibblin started his acting career in the 1990s and has since then appeared in numerous television dramas, feature films, and stage productions. He attended the Theatre Academy Helsinki, graduating in 2001 with a degree in acting.
One of Thibblin's notable performances was in the romantic comedy "Kaverille ei jätetä" (2001), which was a commercial and critical success. He has also been featured in several popular TV shows, such as "Raid" (2000-2002) and "Tummien perhosten koti" (2008-2010). In addition to acting, Thibblin has also worked as a director and stage actor, performing with several renowned theater companies in Finland.
Thibblin is known for his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters, as well as his dedication to his craft. He has received critical acclaim for his work in Finnish cinema, earning nominations for several prestigious awards. Thibblin has also been actively involved in promoting Finnish acting and theater through his work in the industry.
Johannes Lahtela
Johannes Lahtela (December 13, 1975 Helsinki-) also known as Joe Johannes Lahtela is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy Helsinki in 2004 and has since appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions. Lahtela is best known for his roles in the Finnish movies Matti: Hell Is for Heroes (2006), Vares: Private Eye (2004), and Oma Maa (2018). In addition to acting, he has also directed and written films, including the short film Kiusaajien klubi (2013), which won Best Nordic Short Film at the Nordisk Panorama film festival. Lahtela is also a singer and songwriter, and has released several albums under the stage name Joe Johannes.
Jarkko Nyman
Jarkko Nyman (February 25, 1975 Oulu-) is a Finnish actor.
He is best known for his roles in popular Finnish TV shows and movies. Nyman grew up in Oulu, Finland and began his acting career in the late 1990s. He has since appeared in a number of successful productions, including the Finnish drama series "Särkyneiden sydänten klub" and "Sorjonen." Nyman has also acted in several Finnish films, such as "Jadesoturi" and "FC Venus." In addition to his acting career, Nyman is also known for his work as a singer, having released several albums and performed in various music groups. He is considered one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation and continues to work on various film and television projects.
Jerry Wahlforss
Jerry Wahlforss (May 24, 1975 Helsinki-) also known as Jerry Wahlfors is a Finnish actor.
He is best known for his roles in the Finnish TV series "Serranon Perhe" and "Roba". Jerry Wahlfors began his career in acting in the mid-90s, and since then, he has acted in numerous Finnish movies and TV shows. Jerry Wahlfors has won several awards for his contribution to the Finnish entertainment industry. Besides acting, he is also known for his work as a producer and writer. He has written and produced several Finnish TV shows and documentaries. Jerry Wahlfors is considered one of the most talented actors in Finland.
Juha-Pekka Mikkola
Juha-Pekka Mikkola (December 23, 1975 Raisio-) a.k.a. Jiipee Mikkola is a Finnish actor.
He started his acting career in the late 1990s, appearing in various Finnish films and television dramas. Mikkola is best known for his role as Tapio Vares in the popular Finnish crime film franchise Vares, which began in 2004. In addition to his work in film and television, Mikkola has also worked as a voice actor for video games and advertisements. He has won several awards for his acting, including the Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2011 for his role in the film "Hella W". Outside of acting, Mikkola is a trained firefighter and has worked as a volunteer firefighter in his hometown.